What Is Imperialism?

The Core Philosophy

Imperialism is a policy or ideology of extending a country's power and influence through colonisation, use of military force, or other means of economic and political control over other territories. It typically involves the dominance of one nation over others, exploiting their resources and labour.

Political ideologies are rarely static. They exist on a spectrum of economic freedom and social liberty. Understanding where Imperialism falls on this spectrum is critical to analysing modern geopolitical shifts and understanding systemic structures.